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'The Flying Eye'. Professional Celebrant. Author, Broadcaster. Founder The Midday Show. Founder of The Espresso Bar Facebook Group. Stand-Up

London UK
Joined June 2009
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@RussellKane
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2 years
Oh that's it... I'm a total mess now...
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Stray into a bus lane for a few yards & the law jumps on you. Drive 2mph over the limit ditto. Stop for 2 minutes on a single yellow line ditto. But block the QE2 Bridge - no problem at all. Please go ahead. Can we offer you a Vegan lunch while you're there? Pronoun Police
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7 months
Heavenly birthday to my darling wife. Always & forever.
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1 year
27th April 2004. 3.20pm. Always & forever. Our twins were just five. F*** cancer.
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Happy heavenly birthday to my wife. It feels like a lifetime ago. It feels like yesterday. There is no statute of limitations on grief.
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April 27th 2004 3.20pm. Forever in my heart and thoughts.
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@piersmorgan @DailyMail Leave us alone... leave us alone... we demand privacy... oh... hang on... is that a cheque?
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The twins are 24 now. This is who they lost when they were just five years old. It feels like a lifetime ago and yesterday. Irreplaceable. Life - it's not for the faint-hearted. #MothersDay2023 #MothersDay
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2 years
I loathe Sundays. Always have. But today I had to say goodbye to my eldest son who is off to live in the USA tomorrow morning. So exciting for him. I seem to have something in my eye.
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Can everyone now PLEASE stop their lunatic conspiracy theory garbage & let this young woman have the peace and privacy she needs? My twins lost their Mum when they were just five, so I relate far too well to Kate & William having to talk to their children. Give them space & love
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A message from Catherine, The Princess of Wales
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1 year
RIP Vicky Wright. Funny, charming, glamorous, down to earth. My deepest condolences to her fiancee @BobbyDavro1 and to her family. F*** cancer.
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4 years
@benshapiro 'Passion Of The Christ'- It Was The Jew's Fault' by Mel Gibson.
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3 years
Happy 75th birthday to this one. 20 fun-filled years on-air together, five days a week & never a cross word. Can't say that for many people. A generous, funny, genuine man.
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Did I miss the memo where everything outside home is a gym? Where the f*** have all these f*****g joggers come from? Do joggers understand the concept of 2 metres separation or do I have to beat it into them, one by one? Happy to oblige. #NHS #StaySafe
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My beautiful young wife died of cancer when our twin sons were 5 years old. This stirs heartbreaking memories. An emotional tsunami.Both boys are now conquering the world. My work is done. Deborah James dies aged 40 following cancer battle via @ @updayuk
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"Mother of God. There's only one thing I'm after and that's bent crochets". #LineofDuty6 #lineofdutyday
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@dunbarnews There's only one thing I'm concerned with, and that's bent crochets
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A very, very silly lunch with this one and the old Capital Radio Breakfast Show gang. None of the stories are repeatable
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2 years
@LouLouLa10 Pure fantasy yet again from the Sussex Squad.
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RIP my lovely friend Louise Clifford. Despite endless awful illnesses & countless major operations, being often confined to a wheelchair, she never once complained. We would laugh, joke and take the p*** out of the world. She was an inspiration through her courage & resilience.
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4 years
If this doesn't make you smile then please check your pulse. Unless you're a cat & have learned how to use the internet.
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2 years
Now it makes sense. (sound up)
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Yup. (Americans - it's a very British thing).
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3 years
RIP At the height of their fame, I sat next to Sarah & the girls (except Cheryl) for tea at @Harrods . She was friendly was charming & delightful company. Next to her was my late wife. Fuck Breast Cancer, Took them both so young. @royalmarsden #cancer
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Happy 25th birthday to these little guys, Twin 1 & Twin 2. I really should get round to giving them names but I don't like to rush things. Born prematurely. Weighed under 3lbs each. Not expected to survive. Lost their Mum aged just 5. Now conquering the world. Love them so much.
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Yup
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RIP Barry Cryer - one of my comedy heroes for decades. A towering talent whom I met on a number of occasions. I was, & remain, in awe of his talent. What a legacy. one of the greatest wits & comedic writers of all time. Thank you for brightening up a dark world. #barrycryer
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When you haven't thought through the choice of type face...
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Just heartbreaking. You can never tell your kids often enough how much you love them & hug them loads. Snowdonia latest: Bodies of four missing teenagers found in crashed car
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Today my thoughts are with my twins who lost their extraordinarily beautiful Mummy when they were just five years old. Forever in our hearts. #MothersDay2023 #MothersDay
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RIP Olivia Newton-John. I think we were all a little in love with her. Thank you for brightening our lives.
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@Baddiel Bloke off telly whom I've never met leaves show I've never watched. Thank god for @hollywills - through her words of comfort I will try to recover from this devastating trauma. She's truly a beacon of light in this stygian darkness that we've felt collectively. #thismourning
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Sheer genius. The writing. The acting. The immaculate timing.
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Last trip 😉😂 Enjoy this bit of comedy gold 💛
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@NOW Yes, let's all celebrate these unknown actors who owe their entire careers to JK Rowling yet now denounce her. No thanks.
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Stood on my balcony at 8pm & stated to clap. Nothing. Then as if on cue the entire area burst into wild applause & cheering to show support for our magnificent @NHSuk . I'm not ashamed to say I burst into tears. Thank you. You are true heroes & please know how much we love you.
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I suddenly became incensed today when I realised that the last duty our much missed, beloved HM Queen performed just before her passing was to have to formally meet Liz Truss. What a waste of the precious time Her Majesty had left before she left us.
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@RobbieRinder The main thing is that you're physically unharmed. Feral little sods. It's a freaking zoo out there some days. So glad you're OK.
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@francesbarber13 He is a despicable little shit. The Pipsqueak-In-Chief. A self-righteous, nasty little boy.
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1 year
Er... ?
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2 years
Storm Dudley... can we expect Moore?
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4 years
@RobbieRinder Privately! Even recently one 'celebrity' charged £16,000 for a one hour charity appearance then refused to have photos with the charity recipients. I find that reprehensible.
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1 year
Hmmm?
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Happy 95th birthday to my Comedy God, the greatest, Mel Brooks. What I wouldn't have given to meet this man.
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Yup.
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@RobbieRinder @bbcstrictly @GMB And all they wanted, I'm sure, Robbie, is a peaceful, quiet life. This situation, caused by one man, is just heartbreaking. Suddenly it's 1939 not 2022. The echoes are truly horrendous. i don't believe the Russian population actually wanted this insane conflict.
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3 years
Christmas lights in apparently Tiverton UK 🇬🇧. Frankly, it's just pants...
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@PastorAlexLove @TheOnlyGuru It's called a 'cloud'. I believe clouds are quite common.
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RIP. A huge fan of his work from The Man From Uncle right up to NCIS. Thank you for your superb work.
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@bbc5live @JasonRosam Tragic. Sadly I can totally comprehend this loss. My stunning wife died from breast cancer when our twins were just five years old. My condolences to Rachel's family. Heart-breaking.
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Love this gag.
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Whoah Black Betty …………
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I went to visit my wife today and it cheers me to know she's with the great Billy Fury for musical company. #deceased #inmemoriam
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RIP. A broadcasting legend and a delightful, down to earth guy.
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5 years
Surely one of the best summations in TV history?
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1 year
The controversy begins...
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@JonathanPieNews Panic buying lettuce is just the tip of the iceberg.
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@MercyMuroki "We want to be left alone. Stop following us. Right, we're off to Canada, California & anywhere else beginning with 'C' because we hate publicity. What's that? A huge cheque? Oh, hang on... "
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RIP Dave Myers. I was an unashamed fan for many years. His natural warmth, humour & skill seemed effortless. A rare talent whom I greatly admired. #ripdavemyers
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Oh to be able to pick up the phone and chat or pop round for a delicious dinner. Today reminds so many of us of what we've lost and can never replace. #MothersDay2023 #MothersDay
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@RobbieRinder I didn't realise that a side-effect of COVID-19 was the desire to watch The Kardashians. Oh dear god! I am now washing my hands every 60 seconds, just in case. I'd rather the side-effect was to eat your own leg. Glad you are feeling better. Stay safe.
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Back together again! #capitalradiobreakfastshow
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Update on the latest government slogan.
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Cancer. It took my Father. It took my young wife when our twins were just 5. It's a brutal, unforgiving, undiscriminating disease. To all who are fighting it, I wish you strength. To all who've lost loved ones, my deepest sympathies. #WorldCancerDay2020 #WorldCancerDay
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How do people even think of this? Brilliant
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5 years
You've all done very well.
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Remembering the late Actor, Harold Bennett (17 September 1899 – 11 September 1981)
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@tonyblackburn @Tesla @elonmusk Hi Elon, Tony Blackburn is a national treasure here in the UK & our most famous radio broadcaster. Give someone a shout & get it sorted for Tony. Many thanks.
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@anne_hegerty That is my Tweet of the Day. But Anne, never let the truth and facts get in the way of a tabloid story. What else are we supposed to put our fish and chips in?
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@dddanadine @RealDeniseWelch Denise is a genuine, charming & brutally open human being who has been a most welcome guest three times on @MensRadioStn helping others by discussing mental health.
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@SabirahLohn @Luca31404488 It's a wonder we don't have to endure a one hour special with Oprah congratulating them on being able to walk and chew gum at the same time
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@lizziecundy Precisely. And not one relative. Says it all.
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@MayorofLondon So much easier to wave a flag than address knife crime under your watch isn't it?'
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Just VERY occasionally, X is a delightful place. Bill Nighy is sublime.
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2 years
Is it me you're looking for?
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Last saw Des at @TonyHatchMusic 80th birthday party. Des was frail & in a wheelchair. Afterwards I pushed him back to the hotel. I felt I was in the presence of a true legend & was honoured to help him. A lovely man who gave millions so much joy. Love to Jodie and family RIP
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I’m so sad to hear that the wonderful Des O’Connor has died. He was a true pro and a gorgeous person. My love to Jodie and all his family at this sad time. Rest in peace Des. You are sorely missed already #RipDesOConnor
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Thank you. I'm here all week. Try the chicken.
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@FLOTUS @WhiteHouse My wife died of breast cancer when our twins were just 5. One day, this awful illness will be conquered. Until then, we fight on.
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@DouglasKMurray Was reccomended to The Madness of Crowds only yesterday. Immediately bought it @audibleuk . Stunning. The opening introductory chapter is the best written overview that I've seen / heard in many years. Yes I know late to the party but at least I made it.
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Still think The Pandemic is a global hoax? Just listen to what the very brave @JustMissEmma is saying.
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Public health announcement… 😷
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@capedjoosader @francesbarber13 Corbyn's filthy legacy will take a long time to be expunged. They are wild-eyes fanatics. If that idiot told them to drink the Kool Aid they would.
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@francesweetman No. Because then the media have to turn 180 degrees and stop telling us that the NZ Prime Minister is a Saint and the greatest person on the planet.
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@Baddiel Have you two ever thought of writing, you know, like, a football anthem? Call me crazy, but I think it might catch on.
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Something happened today thats never, ever happened before. Was having coffee with my son in a new cafe & the owner came over & asked if I "was that writer" as "his wife had just bought my book" 'Shout At The Moon' ^ would I sign it next time I was in. It made my entire day
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Best birthday EVER! My thanks to my extraordinary daughter @laurenmish , my twins, all my amazing cousins - your generosity & hospitality made me very emotional. What a day & night! Thanks to all the gang at @LittleItalySoho #birthday #birthdayboy
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Just gave myself a haircut. I wanted the full experience, so I kept myself waiting for 30 minutes and read copies of Autocar from 2001. Obviously I asked myself "Going anywhere nice for your holidays?" "See the match on Saturday?"What are we doing this time.. a trim & tidy up?".
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@MrJonCryer Managed to get film footage of Anthony 'The Mooch' Scaramucci's full tenure in The @WhiteHouse . Captured in its entirety.
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@JuliaHB1 @HackneyAbbott Dear Miss Abbott. The day I take any advice from you I will also be made Pope. In fact the latter is the more likely to happen.
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Yup
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Oh FFS!!! Just in time for the Christmas festivities. Can't recall the last time I felt so rough. Just when you thought that 2022 had no more curve balls to throw at you.
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Tower Bridge looking fabulous tonight.
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The big stories as they break.
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It's a bloke off the telly on a show with 700k viewers, not the declaration of the end of World War 2.
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A message to you, from Holly.
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